Canon ImagePROGRAF iPF 765 MFP-AMENDED See Commodity Line 3.

The State of Maine is requesting quotations for a Canon imagePROGRAF iPF 765 MFP large-format multifunction printer, with quotations due April 9, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. local time through the State of Maine Vendor Self Service (VSS) electronic platform. This is an amended procurement affecting Commodity Line 3.

The scope is a color inkjet multifunction printer with 36-inch maximum print width, designed for professional-grade technical document reproduction, copying, and scanning across state agencies and departments. Bidders may submit equivalent items identified as "or approved equal," provided they furnish complete identification information and descriptive literature for any alternate commodities offered.

All quotations must include separate unit prices for each requested item. The State reserves the right to award based on lowest priced conforming bid or on a combination of factors including quality, conformity to specifications, delivery time and destination, and total cost, with price receiving a minimum of 25 percent weight in multi-factor evaluations. Delivery is FOB Destination, with the successful bidder bearing all transportation costs. Payment terms are net 30 days from receipt of a correct invoice. The State is exempt from all federal and state taxes, which must be excluded from quoted prices. The State reserves the right to reject any or all quotations, waive irregularities, partially accept quotations, increase or decrease quantities by up to 10 percent at agreed-upon pricing, and terminate the contract in whole or in part if deemed in the State's best interest. Items must be supplied exactly as specified with no deviations permitted.